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Forklift Technician

C&S Wholesale Grocers Inc
Hammond, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/26/2025
  • Position Overview
  • As a Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Technician II, you will oversee the safe operation, repairs, and preventative maintenance of MHE equipment, including electric and propane industrial forklifts, pallet jacks, hi-low lifts, scissor lifts, scrubbers / sweepers, battery charging stations and cars, and batteries, while also providing assistance to the Supervisor and Manager of Maintenance to ensure assets are managed in accordance with equipment and parts manufacturers, equipment and parts suppliers, EPA, OSHA, and applicable State and Local Codes.

    • Job Description
    • Benefits start on Day one!
    • Monday-Friday 7am-3 : 30pm
    • Check out a day in the life here :
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    • Description
    • Oversee and manage the repair of the MHE fleet including monitoring and trending, troubleshooting and repairs and preventative maintenance.
    • Conduct preventive maintenance (P.M.'s) within manufacturer's guidelines / specifications and established timelines to include oil changes, filter changes, calibration of equipment, belts changes, inspections, adjustments, and lubrication.
    • Concise reporting of required inspections, evaluations, P.M. procedures, etc. and clear communication with Management, etc. Responsible for logging time and materials into computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) on a daily basis in the form of repairs, P.M.s, etc. Responsible for daily communication of all pertinent information regarding equipment operation and maintenance to maintenance lead / management and other maintenance teams / shifts.
    • Responsible for housekeeping, clean up of all maintenance areas / work areas on a daily basis.
    • Required to interpret and understand plans and specifications, schematics, operating and maintenance manuals, etc. for all systems being overseen.
    • Assist maintenance lead in developing standard operating procedures, daily work schedules, and duty cycles for all repairs and maintenance for MHE and battery equipment.
    • Assist in managing outside battery, MHE, and electrical contractors conducting service, repair and new contract work.
    • Assist maintenance leads in creation of parts lists and managing parts.
    • Assist the battery technicians; duties will include assisting in battery charger repairs, battery changes for MHE, repair of plugs and tips of batteries and chargers, watering and washing batteries, acid spill clean up, battery rack cleaning, battery area sweeping and cleaning, and other general maintenance activities.
    • Assist the building and refrigeration maintenance teams; duties will include assisting in general building repairs, electrical troubleshooting and repairs, refrigeration systems repair and maintenance, and other general maintenance activities.
    • Environment
    • Warehouse : Freezer (-20F to 0F)
    • Warehouse : Perishable Warehouse (28F to 60F)
    • Warehouse : Grocery Warehouse (50F to 90F)
    • Skills
    • Basic knowledge of hydraulic systems / schematics / components, electrical systems / schematics both AC and DC systems, drive motors, power amps, electrical controls including PLC systems.
    • Basic knowledge of mechanical systems including transmissions, drive units, differentials, braking systems, internal combustion motors, telescopic masts, reach mechanisms, steering systems, and suspension systems.
    • Building and HVAC : Some knowledge of building (Dock doors and plates, electrical, HVAC systems, etc.) systems.
    • Manufacturer Certifications (Raymond, Crown, Toyota, etc.)
    • ASE Certifications (Electrical, Mechanical, Braking Systems, etc.)
    • Years Of Experience
    • 2-5 : In a MHE Maintenance position.
    • Benefits
    • Paid training
    • Weekly Pay
    • Benefits (medical, dental, vision, company matched 401k)
    • PTO and Holiday Pay offered
    • Career Progression Opportunities
    • Employee Health & Wellness program
    • Employee Discounts / Purchasing programs
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Qualifications
    • High School Diploma - General Studies, KPIs, Safety & Sanitiation, Training & Development, Values & Teamwork, Warranty

    • Shift
    • 1st Shift (United States of America)

    • Company
    • C&S Wholesale Services, LLC

    • About Our Company
    • C&S Wholesale Services is one of many companies within the C&S Family of Companies, the largest wholesale grocery supply company in the U.S. and the industry leader in supply chain innovation. At C&S, We Select the Best & those with the motivation, pride, and drive to succeed in our fast-paced world.

      Working Safely is a Condition for Employment with C&S Wholesale Services, Inc. C&S Wholesale Services, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

      Company : C&S Wholesale Services, LLC

      Job Area : Facilities - Maint

      Job Family : Facilities

      Job Type : Regular

      Job Code : JC0983

      ReqID : R-259299

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